Hydraulics
Regular hydraulic grab maintenance improves performance and reliability
Hydraulically-powered grabs are designed for tough working environments and regular maintenance and repair is essential to keep the business running smoothly.
Motion controller gives old presses new life
Case study: Retrofit controller on four hydraulic presses used a new programmable logic controller (PLC) to control the moving platen and the levelling cylinders would be controlled by a new electrohydraulic motion controller.
Application and environment’s impact on choosing the correct hose
An application's environment and conditions can have a major impact on choosing the correct type of hose.
Controls upgrade boosts machine productivity 40%
Machine running speed nearly doubled with greater product control, quick ROI.
Reasons to use certified hydraulic hose distributors
Specifications for hydraulic hoses are critical; the replacement hose needs to have a working pressure rated at the normal operating pressures set at the factory to help ensure worker safety. Best practices and four tips on how to make a hydraulic hose are highlighted.
Plant Engineering 2017 Product of the Year Winners
The 2017 award recipients represent the best in innovation
2017 Product of the Year Finalists: Vote now!
The official ballot is open for voting for Plant Engineering North American print and digital edition subscribers, for a limited time. Cast your vote using CFE Media's New Products for Engineers platform. (Voting closed Jan. 12, 2018.)
Diagnose bearing failures beyond root cause analysis
Take a ‘CSI’ approach to root cause analysis to look beyond the obvious to determine why bearings are failing. Six types of failures and 12 tips for determining the root cause are featured.
Prevent shaft current from causing motor damage
Awareness and testing for potential shaft current on motors can help companies experience fewer problems with downtime and equipment failure.
Eight common causes of gear failure
The cause of gear failure can stem from many issues, but the most common is due to wear, which occurs for different reasons.